Benny Graham: Shammick Acoustic

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This fine singer and musician served his musical apprenticeship in the folksong clubs of North East England, several of which were in the forefront of the British folk revival. He developed a deep love of the vast musical culture of the area, and his repertoire includes rural songs, Tyneside Music Hall, and the songs that grew from the heavy industries of coal, steel and ship-building. As well as his work as a solo performer, he is part of the superb a capella trio Pegleg Ferret (don’t ask!), touring in the UK and Europe. His career path took him into the theatre, working with directors such as Gareth Morgan and Michael Bogdanov, and extending his activities into acting and songwriting. In more recent times, he has collaborated in the writing and performance of shows on coal-mining, canals, the ‘Pitmen Poets’ of the North East, and a Christmas show, as well as working with children, playing in a ceilidh band and running a community choir! Phew! It makes you tired just to read it all! He also has a terrific sense of humour, and we’re in for a great night! Benny will also be running an afternoon workshop on the songs of the Pitmen Poets.